Popular places to visit
Hongik University
Explore the campus of Hongik University during your travels in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Seoul World Cup Stadium
Football and music fans won’t want to miss visiting this sports complex and events space in the shape of a traditional Korean kite.
Hongdae Street
You can enjoy the entertainment at Hongdae Street during your travels to Seoul. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Nanji Hangang Park
Explore the great outdoors at Nanji Hangang Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Haneul Park
Explore the great outdoors at Haneul Park, a lovely green space in Seoul. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
YG Entertainment Building
After visiting YG Entertainment Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seoul. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Best Seoul City Tour (Gyeongbokgung Palace,Insadong,Namsan Tower)
Seoul: DMZ Tour with Optional Suspension Bridge, JSA Museum
Best DMZ Tour Korea from Seoul (Suspension Bridge & JSA Museum)
Small Group Tour to DMZ, Susp.Bridge&NKorea M. with Hotel Pickup
Small-Group Royal Palace and Seoul City Tour (hotel pick-up)
Top hotels in Mapo-gu
Shilla Stay Mapo Hongdae
I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
L7 HONGDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
Rooms are clean but on the basic side, AC was strong enough and staff were nice. The location is fantastic but because it is, it got very loud at night and there was construction around this time. If it wasn’t for the construction and noise I would probably give a 4. The missing star would be the ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MAPO
Didn't eat breakfast at the hotel, however alot of option at basement floor for shopping and dining and cafe. Didn't need to leave the building if feeling tired.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Roynet Hotel Seoul Mapo
this hotel was perfect, loved the breakfast and the cafe downstairs was super convenient. staff were really nice as well.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Hotel Naru Seoul - MGallery Collection
Absolute incredible stay. Staff is super friendly and helpful. The room is very modern with an amazing view of the Han river (windows are floor to ceiling which makes the room super bright). Loved the outdoor and indoor pool, the water temperature was so nice that I could even use the outdoor pool ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
Breakfast and clean room
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mapo-gu
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Top attractions like KBS Exhibition Hall and Times Square Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yeongdeungpo Market Station or Singil Station to see more of the city.
Yongsan-gu
Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Namdaemun Market and Seoul Museum of Art, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
Hoehyeon-dong
While you're in Hoehyeon-dong, take in top sights like Namdaemun Market and jump on the metro at Hoehyeon Station to see more of the city.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Statue of Sejong the Great and Sejong Cultural Center. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
Mapo-gu
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